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5 Centavos
| Silver (.903) | 1.34 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Mexico |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal Republic (1823-1905) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1898-1905 |
| Value | 5 Centavos (0.05 MXP) |
| Currency | Peso (1863-1992) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 1.34 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#20114 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 22% |
Reverse
Numerical denomination in the center, with mint-mark and purity above and a wreath below.
NOTE:
Mo = Mexico City
Cn = Culiacán
Zs = Zacatecas
Go = Guanajuato
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Cn Q. 902,7
5
CENTAVOS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Centavos coin from Mexico, produced between 1898 and 1905, has an interesting feature. Despite being made of silver (.903), it was designed with a unique weight of 1.34 grams, which is slightly lighter than the standard weight for coins of its size and material. This anomaly was likely intentional, as it allowed the Mexican government to produce more coins with the available silver supply, without sacrificing the coin's overall value. This interesting fact showcases the creative solutions that governments have employed throughout history to address economic challenges.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1898 Cn M | 44000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1898 Go R | 180000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1898 Mo M | 80000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1898 Zs Z | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1899 Cn M | 111000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1899 Go R | 260000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1899 Mo M | 168000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1899 Zs Z | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1900 Cn Q | 239000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1900 Go R | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1900 Mo M | 300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1900 Zs Z | 55000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1901 Cn Q | 148000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1901 Mo M | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1901 Zs Z | 40000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1902 Cn Q | 262000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1902 Mo M | 144000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1902 Zs Z | 34000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1903 Cn Q | 331000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1903 Cn V | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1903 Mo M | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1903 Zs Z | 217000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1904 Cn H | 3520000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1904 Mo M | 1090000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1904 Zs Z | 191000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1905 Mo M | 344000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1905 Zs M | 46000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centavos 1898-1905 coin.
